[Caren was lucky that she had learned how her shawl worked. If it hadn't been for the dreams, she would have thought it mere fabric, relied on something else as she unlocked its secrets.
But now, here, she can do battle. But it will not take long, if she isn't careful. Not from the way One looks at her and seeks her blood. The fabric is but fabric, and stays that way, no more harmful than a towel.
One's reply is far more deadly. Caren does not seek to counter; a secret, a trickle of mana too soon, and she will become dependent on its ability. And a pawn should do no such thing.
At least, not Caren. No counter, no dodge but to drop swiftly down onto her knees, and to yank her shawl back, twisting away from One as she did so.She can still stand, and does so with determination in her golden eyes. She will not fall.
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But now, here, she can do battle. But it will not take long, if she isn't careful. Not from the way One looks at her and seeks her blood. The fabric is but fabric, and stays that way, no more harmful than a towel.
One's reply is far more deadly. Caren does not seek to counter; a secret, a trickle of mana too soon, and she will become dependent on its ability. And a pawn should do no such thing.
At least, not Caren. No counter, no dodge but to drop swiftly down onto her knees, and to yank her shawl back, twisting away from One as she did so.She can still stand, and does so with determination in her golden eyes. She will not fall.
Not on the first blow.]